RE103 Lecture Notes - Lecture 12: C. S. Lewis, The Four Loves, The Space Trilogy
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Born 1898-1963: raised catholic, converts to atheism and then converts back to. Written more for existing christians, not to try and convert those who aren"t. Characterizes four different ways to define love. Reminds audience that god is love: wants to make sure that one does not confuse that notion that love is. God, love should not be god: love cannot be a god, as then it becomes evil. To set up nature as god is to pull you away from him : ex: love of nature, love of country. Each can be problematic (love of country can lead to believing one is better than the other, causing gaps in relationships with others. Mothers who are trying to overprotect and do everything for their children, not allowing for growth and independence. Present themselves as selfless: danger of jealousy, not so much from individuals but from change. Parents often jealous of the change in relationship, wish for their.
